When Arizona couples decide to end their marriages, anger, sadness and other intense emotions often overwhelm practical decision-making on how to proceed. When a relationship becomes contentious, it’s not unusual to want to have your day in court, especially if you’ve...
Divorce Process
Things to consider if you and your spouse have a trial separation
A couple’s separation is not always a precursor to divorce. Sometimes, they will decide on a “trial separation” when one or both spouses feels that they need time apart to get some space and perspective. Trial separations can follow a traumatic event, like the...
High-conflict divorces may require orders of protection
In high-conflict divorces, it’s important to understand your rights and how to protect yourself. If you’ve been a victim of domestic violence, it is essential that you reach out for the help you need to protect yourself and your children, if necessary. Domestic...
How will you divide the retirement assets in your divorce
If you and your spouse have decided to go your separate ways after a marriage of many years, you will likely have significant assets to divide. Your retirement accounts will be among the most valuable assets and various rules apply to the task of dividing such...
Tips for reinventing yourself after divorce
You may have viewed getting married as a common rite of passage when you celebrated your wedding with your spouse. According to the Pew Research Center, in 2017, half of Americans over the age of 18 had a spouse. For this reason, you may struggle to move on and...
Divorce mediation can help co-parents decide custody
Divorce can be a challenge for families. Many couples who would rather get a divorce stay married for the benefit of their children. This tense situation may help temporarily but eventually takes its toll on the family’s emotional health. Thankfully, families have...
What happens to your project car during your divorce?
Restoring a classic car is a fantastic hobby. After all, not only do you use your mechanical know-how, but you also put your own sense of style into the finished product. If you are going through a divorce, though, you may wonder what happens to your project car. ...
How to handle the unexpected expense of divorce
Adverse life events often occur with little or no prior warning. Not only can they permanently alter your life, but they can also incur unexpected expenses. Divorce may be among the most expensive of such unexpected events. The cost of a divorce from start to finish...
The financial benefits of divorce
One of the things people facing divorce fear the most is the financial impact on their lives. You are losing the support of your spouse and half of your marital assets. However, divorce also comes with a few financial benefits. Avoid the negatives. Take advantage of...
How to manage your finances during the divorce process
People who make the decision to divorce likely know how involved the process can be. They still may fail to consider certain aspects that can have a significant impact on a finalized divorce agreement. Typically, those aspects are financial. If you've decided to...